[Recommended Fix] Key code problem with my MercedesBenz 350SDL Turbo, need help

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How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my MercedesBenz 350SDL Turbo?

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Why is finding a key code on a MercedesBenz 350SDL Turbo this hard?!

Desperate to get my MercedesBenz 350SDL Turbo running again. Trying this tonight.

Dealer wants too much just to reset my MercedesBenz 350SDL Turbo. Trying this instead.

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a MercedesBenz 350SDL Turbo?

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my MercedesBenz 350SDL Turbo for a while.

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